The First Emperor unfolded the bamboo slips written by Li Lin, glanced at them with a smile, and then his expression suddenly tightened. He muttered to himself, "This rascal is quite clever. He actually came up with such a good idea in such a short time. It seems I underestimated him!"
"Your Majesty, I have delivered the message and letter that the Minister asked me to convey. May I ask if Your Majesty has any instructions for the Minister?"
"No rush, no rush. It's still early today. By the way, your name is Han Xin, right?"
"Indeed, my humble name is Han Xin!"
"You're also Li Xiang's student?"
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I am indeed a disciple accepted by the Prime Minister!"
"Oh, since you are Li Xiang's outstanding student, then I shall test you. What kind of person do you think I am?"
"Your Majesty, this student dares not speak!"
"Speak, and I will not punish you for your words!"
The First Emperor spoke in a series of very forceful sentences, as if he were trying to force someone to do something against their will.
This put Han Xin in a very passive position.
His complexion turned extremely pale.
If what he really thought was true, he probably wouldn't be able to leave the palace alive today.
"Speak," said Li Xiang, "you are Li Xiang's top student, you must have some extraordinary abilities. Tell me your opinion of me, and I might just adopt your reasonable suggestions and make corrections. Don't you agree?"
The First Emperor was very amiable at this time.
He looked like a very kind old man.
but.
Han Xin was not fooled by the First Emperor's smiling face.
In the Qin Dynasty, who didn't know that Ying Zheng was cruel?
But anyone who thinks Ying Zheng was a fool is a complete fool.
"Your Majesty, I believe that Your Majesty has no flaws and is a perfect man throughout the ages. Even the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors are not worthy to carry Your Majesty's shoes. I believe that Your Majesty's achievements are unprecedented in history and cannot be understood by my humble opinion!"
Han Xin forced a smile and uttered these extremely awkward compliments.
The First Emperor was overjoyed upon hearing this.
"Is that really what you think?"
"Yes, Your Majesty, this is how Your Majesty is seen by your students, and how Your Majesty is seen by all the people of the world. Your Majesty, your wisdom is like the Great Wall, majestic and magnificent, protecting the hundreds of millions of people of Qin."
"Han Xin, you're right! Is it tough being Li Xiang's student these days? And how does Li Xiang treat you?"
"Your Majesty, Prime Minister Li is a very wicked man. He is outwardly respectful to Your Majesty but inwardly despises you. He often complains about Your Majesty's policies in front of his students and has a lot of opinions about you!"
"Oh? Is that so?"
"Yes, Your Majesty, I have something to say, but I don't know whether I should say it or not."
"Speak."
"My mentor is ambitious and rebellious; he will not remain a subject for long. Your Majesty should use him but must be wary of him."
At this moment, Han Xin seemed like a completely different person.
These are the words that came out in a row.
This left the First Emperor completely bewildered: What was going on? Wasn't Han Xin Li Lin's beloved disciple? Why was he so maliciously belittling his master before me? Could it be...?
What conflict existed between the two of them? Or was it that Han Xin was a bad person, and Li Lin made a mistake in choosing him as his apprentice?
"Han Xin, aren't you going a bit too far? After all, Prime Minister Li is your teacher. How can a student belittle his teacher in front of outsiders? Isn't that a violation of etiquette?"
"Your Majesty, I only know that in the Great Qin, the world is vast, but Your Majesty is supreme. I will not stand idly by in the face of anything that threatens the fate of the Great Qin, let alone these tedious formalities!"
Han Xin stood before the First Emperor, his back as straight as a standing pine tree.
He seemed to think that his behavior was perfectly aboveboard.
They didn't show the slightest bit of shame.
"Alright, alright, I understand. You may go back now. I will do as Prime Minister Li instructed tomorrow!"
"promise!"
Han Xin cupped his hands in greeting and immediately left the palace.
Watching his departing figure gradually disappear into the distance.
The First Emperor couldn't help but spit on the ground, then said with utter disdain, "This Han Xin, I originally thought he was a great talent because Li Lin had taken a liking to him. I never expected his character to be so depraved. Li Lin's judgment is terrible. It seems he'll get what's coming to him!"
"Your Majesty, Han Xin is a traitor. Should we inform Prime Minister Li beforehand and warn him to be more cautious about Han Xin?"
"No! No need. I've figured it out. This is just another one of that brat's schemes!"
"ah?"
"He deliberately used Han Xin's words to satirize me! Damn it, I almost overlooked it. This brat seems to be holding a grudge and is still not convinced by me!"
"Your Majesty, what do you mean by that?"
"Think about it, as Li Lin's student, would Han Xin be a fool?"
"Won't!"
"If he doesn't know, doesn't he know the consequences of insulting Li Lin behind his back? If he's not stupid, he must know. If he knows, why would he say something so unusual?"
"Yes, Your Majesty, now that you mention it, I understand. This Prime Minister Li is truly despicable! How dare he mock Your Majesty like this! It seems that Your Majesty's attempt to make things difficult for him has only angered him instead!"
"Hmph, this brat is getting bolder and bolder, actually trying to play these tricks on me!"
The First Emperor's face was very grim.
Unfortunately, if he knew the truth, he would definitely be both amused and annoyed.
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